Gracar Turn Castle

Hrastje, Slovenia

The Gracar Turn ('Grätzer's Tower') is not recorded in medieval sources, though the historian Valvasor mentions a manor stood on the site in the 14th century, built by the Grätzer family from nearby Gradac, whence its name derives. After passing through numerous hands, it was purchased by Anton Rudež in 1821. The author Janez Trdina was often Rudež's guest at Gracar Turn; several of the former's works were written at the castle, including his best-known, Fables and Tales of the Gorjancers. During World War II part the castle was burned down by partisan fighters. It has since been renovated.

The core of the castle consists of a multi-story residential palacium, surrounded by a rectangular complex anchored by two imposing square towers.

References:

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Address

Hrastje 7-8, Hrastje, Slovenia

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Details

Founded: 14th century
Category: Castles and fortifications in Slovenia

More Information

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Rating

4.2/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Zrinka N (2 years ago)
It's in a sorry state. It would look amazing if it were renovated. There are signs "private" around the state and on the fence, so you cannot really enter the building. It's nice to see it if you're passing by, but not to make a trip just there.

Marc Worthley (2 years ago)
Abandon ruins. Can't go inside. Can only see remnants of ine .building

O M (3 years ago)
Great for country side abadoned exploring

Suzana Škofic (4 years ago)
It looks very magnificent. It is a real pity that it is decaying and that the interior is not accessible to visitors.

Mateja Jere Mrak (4 years ago)
sadly it is in very bad condition.

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